Synonyms of aspirant

aspirant

noun

ˈa-sp(ə-)rənt 

as in candidate

one who seeks an office, honor, position, or award

a debate between the two aspirants for the highest office

Synonyms & Similar Words

• candidate
• applicant
• contender
• seeker
• expectant
• hopeful
• nominee
• campaigner
• prospect
• competitor
• contestant
• applier
• entrant
• entry
• qualifier
• favorite
• claimant
• pretender
• crown prince
• favorite son
• spoiler
• stalking horse
• running mate
• dark horse

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• incumbent
• officeholder
• awardee
• inductee
• dropout
• noncandidate
• honoree

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of aspirant

On the flip side, unsung aspirants thrive without the pressures of the media and focus on helping their teams while working on their individual success. — Leocciano Callao, Forbes.com, 10 Apr. 2026

That neutrality could come at a cost, some experts say, should the two GOP aspirants prevail. — Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026

This time around, absent Wilson or other prominent Black aspirants, those voters would be likely to vote for Johnson. — Laura Washington, Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2026

Many aspirants, like Yusuf, consider jars of skin lightening cream to be essential, along with access to exclusive gyms and going to the right hair salon. — Taran Khan, The Dial, 24 Mar. 2026